Makkah To Madinah - A Photographic Journey Of The Hijrah Route : 

Dr. Abdullah Alkadi

This Arabic and English book goes through the Prophet's (blessings and peace be upon him) Hijrah route in detail identifying landmarks and locations of where verses of the Qur'an were revealed. Using metallic inks and hand drawn maps it is tried to make this book look very special. The Book is the Culmination of several years of research driven by the simple desire to determine as precisely as possible the exact route of the Hijrah. In the course of this study, author has conducted dozens of field expeditions, collecting data, recording GPS coordinates, identifying landmarks, calculating distances, and covering as much as possible the entire route by foot. He has also examined every available resource from Hadith and Seerah literature and narrations, to historical documents, maps from the eighteenth century through the present, as well as conducting extensive interviews with local residents to glean information handed down through generations. After analysing, synthesizing, and cross-checking the information from this research he determined as precisely as possible the exact route of the Prophet s (SAW) Hijrah.

https://www.amazon.com/Makkah-Madinah-Photographic-Journey-Hijrah/dp/6039016035

Bradford Literature Festival 2023: The Way of the Prophets - Dr.Abdullah Alkadi & Peter Saunders - October 30, 2023 

Immerse yourself in an extraordinary exploration of discovery and intrigue as we delve into the world of Professor Abdullah Alkadi's latest masterpiece, "The Way of the Prophets." Embark on a journey that transcends time and unites diverse civilizations along a mesmerizing path and be captivated by the awe-inspiring visuals captured by the world-renowned photographer, Peter Sanders. This extraordinary book takes you on a visual odyssey, tracing the footsteps of prophets and cultures, from the enchanting landscapes of southern Arabia to the grandeur of the Silk Road. Professor Alkadi's pioneering research has unearthed groundbreaking revelations, including the Milestones of Arabia and the Prophet's Hijrah route, which are currently on display in the Ithra Museum in Saudi Arabia.
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/JHyphPY6fRc?si=vBoJQhL5QgsZ_iwR
Prof. Abdullah Alkadi, is the CEO of Abdullah Alkadi Company for historical consultations. He is also an architect and urban planner. He devoted much of his life to exploring worldwide heritage routes and historical sites. He is one of the most prominent scientists who integrated engineering disciplines with humanities sciences, such as history, geography, economy, and religious sciences. Focusing on the practice of science and research in the field, he made more than 80 scientific field trips over more than 25 years; the number of days of those field trips exceeded 580 days, covering more than 150,000 km. He also distinguished himself in examining old historical maps and linking them with modern Global Positioning Systems and Geographic Information Systems. During his career, he studied heritage routes and historical sites, and other associated sciences in many locations worldwide, with a particular interest in the routes of the Prophet ﷺ. He extracted all related social, cultural, economic, and humanities sciences to understand the nature of life in that period and to inspire his vision of making life better for all.Peter Sanders is the world’s pre-eminent photographer of the Muslim world. For more than 55 years, he has captured over half a million images reflecting a rich traditional civilization filled with warmth, humanity and compassion.